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Presentation An AI Conversation Partner Integrated with Classroom Learning - Alan Schwartz more
This session introduces MiMi Chat, a Gen AI-powered tutor that serves as a conversation partner and provider of formative feedback and assessment, tightly integrated with classroom-based English language curricula. Now used at over 50 universities worldwide, MiMi gives students structured opportunities to practice speaking and receive real-time feedback aligned with CEFR “CAN-DO” goals—outside scheduled class time but directly connected to in-class instruction. Drawing on data from over 15,000 students, we examine measurable gains in speaking output and learner confidence. Case studies include use in a TED-based discussion course, a presentation course, a nursing communication module, and a cross-cultural communication program. We also share engagement metrics, feedback accuracy, and qualitative learner insights.
Presentation Redesigning Reading: Next-Generation Graded Readers for the Digital Classroom - Julian Warden more
With the prevalence of social media and short attention spans, young people are increasingly consuming information in bite-sized pieces, rather than engaging with longer texts, leading to shallower reading. Specifically designed and built by language experts to counter these issues and featuring over 1,700 animated stories aligned to CEFR, BOOKR integrates voice recognition, recommended reading lists and AI-generated assessment tools to promote student engagement, assess comprehension and provide a personalized learning experience at scale.